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Thank you for a great review!

 

I suspect ALS chose white gold to reduce the overall weight of the timepiece, platinum coupled with the size was considered to be too much of a risk and would attract criticism, so ALS probably played it safe. I also suspect they are saving the platinum version for a Hunderskunt. Plus they probably want to differentiate the triple split from the double split and create enough variation to entice double split owners.

Another “con” which ALS managed to somewhat mitigate is the clasp, which is similar to the one used on various larger models including the Turbograph. It is an engineering marvel and incredibly comfortable to wear. All my larger Patek Grand Complications are less hefty and do not feel as comfortable on the wrist as some of the larger and bulkier ALS timepieces using a clasp. I truly find it more comfortable to wear than any other timepiece I own, even the original 39mm datograph!!

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Hands on review of the Lange & Söhne Triple Split

 
By: foversta : January 23rd, 2018-13:53
There is a special relationship between Lange & Söhne and the chronograph calibres it designs. In my opinion, the chronograph is its favorite complication because very rarely a High Horology brand has reached such a level of excellence and control in ...  

Thanks a lot for this fantastic review, Fx.

 
By: Pretty Boy : January 23rd, 2018-14:19
This triple split chrono is a great achievement indeed. It’s beautiful too. Best, Volker

;-)

 
By: Arie - Mr Orange : January 23rd, 2018-15:02
Well, think about the press it would get. And that watch in steel (24 pcs) would reach instant cult status.

Great report.

 
By: russell996 : January 23rd, 2018-14:42
I have it in writing from Lange that there will be no other versions of the Triple Split - no other metals.

NIce review.

 
By: VMM : January 23rd, 2018-15:22
I have played with the Double Split in some occasions, and in 2008 I was lucky enough to wear the Pt one for a whole day (thanks to my former boss) it was quite an experience, it is bulky and heavy, but who cared? definitely not me. Once well adjusted to ... 

Thanks for the great review!

 
By: socabaptist : January 23rd, 2018-16:26
This was interesting and a lot clearer than a lot of other reviews I've seen. I appreciate it. Thanks.

This was THE review I've been waiting for and

 
By: emcquillan : January 23rd, 2018-20:27
Written in is such a genuine and comprehensive way. Thank you thank you thank you. Sadly it's probably sold out and/or we cannot try it on before ordering. I am so tempted to make sacrifices if available. Like you I wish the case was platinum, but don't m... 

Great review. I thoroughly enjoyed reading through it.

 
By: zabreg1 Mr White : January 23rd, 2018-20:28
An amazing watch takes my favorite complication to a completely different level. I was wandering what they would do, and, once again, ALS did not disappoint. The aesthetics of both the dial and especially the movement are absolutely perfect, IMO. My only ... 

Thanks , great review 👌🏻

 
By: Watchonthewrist : January 23rd, 2018-23:12
It sure is a amazing watch . It allready has got a grail status imho

Probably the 2018 Star... Brilliant Chronograph. Do you know any other chronograph which is a a double split?

 
By: amanico : January 24th, 2018-00:08
The Double Split was a great chronograph, and, as far as I know, unique, the Triple Split tops it. Remarkable. Now, I would have loved or preferred to see a platinum case, as you said, with an enamel dial, to unveil this new chronograph. The WG / Grey dia... 

Thank you for this wonderful (pun intended) report

 
By: COUNT DE MONET : January 24th, 2018-02:17
The reining chrono. Beautiful and technical top notch. My thoughts are: I would think that Lange is using one of their new, stronger mainsprings in order to increase pr. Also I have got the feeling it will come out as a steel model too, one day. And final... 

Thank you for a great review!

 
By: Langeholic : January 25th, 2018-14:57
I suspect ALS chose white gold to reduce the overall weight of the timepiece, platinum coupled with the size was considered to be too much of a risk and would attract criticism, so ALS probably played it safe. I also suspect they are saving the platinum v...